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© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Denier - Brunon avec empereur Otton I ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Cologne (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Bruno (953-965) |
| Emperor | Otto I the Great (Otto I) (962-973) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 962-965 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denier (1000-1350) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#373134 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross flanked by four bezants within a grenetis, legend all around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ OTTO IMP AVG
Unabridged legend: Otto imperator augustus
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Brunon avec empereur Otton I ND (962-965) from Archbishopric of Cologne (German States) made of Silver is that it features an image of Emperor Otto I, also known as Otto the Great, who was the King of Germany and Holy Roman Emperor from 936 to 973. He was a powerful and influential leader who played a significant role in shaping the political and cultural landscape of Europe during the Middle Ages. The coin's design and the fact that it was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, reflect the importance and wealth of the Archbishopric of Cologne during that time.
